Can neon tetras and guppies live together?

✓
Yes

Neon tetra and guppy share water conditions and temperament, so they can live together in a tank of at least 10 gallons.

Temperature °F
Neon tetra
70–81
Guppy
72–82
Both
72–81
pH
Neon tetra
6–7.5
Guppy
6.8–8
Both
6.8–7.5
10 galsmallest tank for both
6 + 3minimum group of each
1.5″ / 2″adult size

Why

  • ✓Both are comfortable at 72–81°F.
  • ✓Both do well at pH 6.8–7.5.
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Verdicts come from TankCoach's own species data and the same rules as the stocking calculator. Individual fish vary; watch new tankmates closely for the first days.

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